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Keeping Your BJJ Gear Clean: A Simple Guide
In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), clean gear matters. It shows respect to your training partners and keeps training safe. Close contact in BJJ means gear gets exposed to sweat, bacteria, and sometimes blood. It’s not just about cleaning; it’s about disinfecting. Hygiene is very important to us at BJJ Lab Zürich. How to Wash Your BJJ…
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The Fastest Way to Learn BJJ: A Guide for Beginners
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) seems complex at first. It’s like a huge puzzle without an obvious starting point. But, there’s a smart way to get good at it quickly. Let’s simplify this into steps, like putting together a puzzle: start with the corners, add the borders, then fill in the middle. Begin with the Corners: Basic…
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How Often Should You Train?
Are you ready to start training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) at the BJJ Lab in Zürich or are you already training? If you’re buzzing with excitement, that’s awesome! But you might be asking yourself: How often should you train BJJ? Starting something new can be a thrill, and BJJ is no exception. It’s a sport that…
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Why BJJ is Great for Your Mind and Body
Do you ever feel like you need a fun way to get fit and also sharpen your mind? Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is not just about grappling, it can also do wonders for your mental and physical health. Let’s dive into why BJJ is such a fantastic activity for both your body and your brain. BJJ…
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How to Break Through the Blue Belt Plateau
When you first start BJJ, it’s easy to get better. You learn new moves and improve after every class. But just showing up to class does not work forever. From my experience, most people hit a wall sometime as a blue belt. They stop improving and it is often the reason why people quit at…